BSc Bioveterinary Science with the optional sandwich year
Course overview
The BSc Bioveterinary Science with an optional sandwich year at the University of Lincoln is a four-year programme that explores animal health and disease across pets, farm animals, and wildlife. Students have the option to take a placement year between their second and final years, gaining valuable real-world work experience.
The course teaches key concepts in animal science alongside hands-on training in laboratory work, field research, and computer analysis, all essential for supporting veterinary professionals. The optional placement year provides industry experience, and the final year includes an individual research project with opportunities for overseas field courses.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- 104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of two A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications.
- Minimum of 40 points must come from either Biology or Chemistry (equivalent to A-Level grades BCC to BBC, including a Grade B in a required science subject).
- Minimum of three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, Maths, and Science.
English Proficiency:
- International students must provide proof of English proficiency, usually an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5.
- Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted, or students may join a pre-sessional English course if required.
Scholarships
Global Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.
Up to 50% of feesInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.
Up to £2,000Partner Scholarship
If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme, especially those with placement year experience, can pursue careers in a variety of science and animal health fields, including:
- Animal Health and Welfare organisations
- Veterinary Diagnostics Laboratories
- Scientific Research, including pharmaceutical applications
- Further study for Veterinary Medicine
- Biosecurity and Disease Control
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students pursuing the BSc Bioveterinary Science with the optional sandwich year at the University of Lincoln is £18,300.
Admission
As an undergraduate programme, admission is managed through UCAS. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for guidance with their application process.
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